• Automated Software Tester/Engineer

    KBR (Colorado Springs, CO)


    Title:

    Automated Software Tester/Engineer

    Program Summary

    KBR’s Product and Technology Solutions Division specializes in rapid prototyping and advanced technology solutions for directed energy, electronic warfare, and security applications. With expertise in electronic warfare systems, critical infrastructure protection, and product R&D, KBR delivers cutting-edge innovations to meet mission-critical needs. Backed by a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR collaborates closely with customers to develop secure, effective, and forward-thinking solutions.

     

    Why Join KBR?

     

    • Mentorship from senior engineers

    • Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges

    • Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment

    • Competitive pay and great company culture

    Job Summary

    KBR is seeking a Automated Software Tester/Engineer to support our Electronic Warfare Systems team. This role involves designing and executing automated test scripts to ensure software functionality and quality across mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate will collaborate with developers and program managers to define test strategies and identify issues early in the development cycle. You’ll be instrumental in maintaining high standards for software reliability through structured testing and ongoing improvements. This is a unique opportunity to support advanced systems while applying your automation expertise in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

    Roles and Responsibilities

    • Design, develop, and execute automated test cases for new and existing software.

    • Integrate automated test quality gates into development pipelines.

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand system requirements and define test strategies.

    • Identify and document software defects.

    • Create, perform regression and integration testing to validate fixes and updates.

    • Monitor testing metrics and maintain detailed test documentation.

    • Other tasks as assigned

    Basic Qualifications

    Citizenship & Clearance: Must be a US Citizen with active/current Secret Clearance or ability to obtain

     

    Education: BA/BS in mathematics, engineering, computer science, or other related field

     

    Experience: 5+ years of experience.

    Technical Skills:

    • Agile Methodologies

    • Devops Build Pipelines – Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar

    • Performance Testing, Regression Testing, User Acceptance Testing

    • AWS

    • Linux CLI

    • Familiarity with testing codebases utilizing C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Typescript

    • Familiarity with testing codebases utilizing React, Angular, or similar

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience supporting government or Department of War (DoW) cloud environments with IL4 compliance.

    • Background in full-stack engineering or development, with the ability to collaborate across infrastructure, development, and QA teams.

    • Experience integrating automated tests into devops pipelines to establish software quality gates

     

    Salary Range: $115,920-$173,775

     

    The salary range posted is based on Colorado Springs, CO. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity.

     

    KBR Benefits

     

    KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

     

    Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

     

    KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.